According to a WHO fact sheet, an estimated 1.5 million deaths were directly caused by diabetes in 2012 and the disease will be the 7th leading cause of death in 2030. With a range of complications it can potentially lead to – including the risk of kidney failure, cardiovascular disease, nerve damage, circulatory disorders, vison problems and gum infection – diabetes is more dangerous than what you imagine. But the good news is you can prevent, manage and may even reverse diabetes by fixing the underlying risk factors. Researchers in the field believe that adopting correct nutritional strategies, relying on nutrient rich diets, losing weight and exercising daily can help address the … [Read more...]
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NAD+: Introduction
Introduction NAD+ is an essential cofactor of metabolic reactions and also acts as a substrate for important enzymes such as Sirtuins. Sirtuins are NAD+ dependent enzymes fast emerging as key biological players involved in energy metabolism and mitochondrial functioning, both factors closely implicated in the aging process as well as the development of age-related health conditions. In recent years, a better understanding of NAD+ metabolism and their role in Sirtuins activation has sparked an interest in developing strategies to enhance NAD+ levels to manage a range of age-related diseases – including diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and even cancer. What is NAD? NAD – … [Read more...]
